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A LA community shaped by jazz and culture
Historic South Central grew throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries, evolving into a cultural hub for jazz in Los Angeles. In the 1930s and 1940s, the predominantly African American community was home to nightclubs that filled Central Avenue with music and dancing. The neighborhood remains in tune today, with schools, a park and establishments nodding to its musical legacy and history. The area includes community fixtures like the Dunbar Hotel, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The hotel was also a part of the Green Book, a travel and safety guide for African Americans during the early 20th century. The homes in the area also have a distinct vintage appeal. Sean Hughes, Estate Director at Craft & Bauer Real Estate Co., says, "You have a lot of historic homes there that have been in families for generations and generations."
Historic South Central offers Craftsman houses and bungalows
Residential lots in Historic South Central are average-sized, and many properties have decorative fencing or walls. "There are Craftsman homes built from 1905 to [the] 1920s, times when homes had tons of detail in the moldings, real wood siding, leaded glass, built-in armoires and beautiful attributes you won't find in newer homes," Hughes says. Other styles include bungalows with Spanish Revival elements like clay tile roofing, in addition to the occasional modern build and condos. Homebuyers can expect lower housing prices than other nearby neighborhoods. Single-family homes generally cost between $500,000 and $900,000. "Pricing is still relatively good," Hughes says. "Homes in this area are in the process of being updated. You're typically looking at under $700,000 for a three-bedroom, two-bath home with some updates."
Enjoying Trinity Recreation Center and Central Avenue Jazz Park
Trinity Recreation Center offers resources like athletic leagues, an indoor gym and after-school programs. The grounds include a 3,000-square-foot skate park opened in 2021 with landscaping upgrades and shade trees. Central Avenue Jazz Park is a small green space commemorating the neighborhood's history. It includes a playground as well as a small stage for performances and events such as Melanin Magic open mic.
Fresh fruits at the Central Avenue Farmers’ Market
Several markets and shops pepper the Historic South Central community. There are two Superior Grocers within the neighborhood, along San Pedro Street. The Central Avenue Farmers' Market, offering fresh produce from regional farmers, is held on Tuesdays. The community's many eateries lean toward Latin American-style options like Sonsonate Grill and Tire Shop Taqueria. Delicious at The Dunbar serves a fusion of soul food, Creole and Mexican offerings on the first floor of the long-standing Dunbar Hotel.
Central Avenue Jazz Festival is a growing tradition
In September, locals gather along the community's western edge for the Central Avenue Jazz Festival. The free event has been held for over 25 years, showcasing multiple performance stages and shopping pavilions. The local hangout, Kultur Lounge, hosts events like music and poetry nights, Afrobeat Fridays and Art and Soul Sunday Groove.
Many options with the Los Angeles Unified School District
Children in the neighborhood may attend public schools like Quincy Jones Elementary, named in honor of the entertainer and record company executive. Earning a C-plus rating from Niche, the school emphasizes learning through jazz music and other creative programs. William Jefferson Clinton Middle has a C-plus. The public Santee Education Complex, rated a B-plus, is open to grades nine through 12. Older students may attend the private University of Southern California or Los Angeles Trade Technical College. The community college offers over 80 career-technical programs and transfer guarantees with the University of California and other colleges and universities.
Driving along Interstates 10 and 110
Edged by two major highways, Interstates 10 and 110, commutes to Downtown LA, about 3 miles away. Here, locals will find the nearest major medical facility, Dignity Health- California Hospital Medical Center. Like much of the metro area, Historic South Central is has heavy traffic, especially during peak travel times.
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Parks in this Area
Exposition Park Rose Garden
Trails
Events
Museum
49th Street Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Gilbert Lindsay Recreation Center
Estrella Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Trinity Park Legends Court
Baseball/Softball
Pool
Skateboard
Venice Hope Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Transit
Airport
Los Angeles International
22 min drive
Subway
San Pedro Station
Subway
Lattc/Ortho Institute
Bus
Grand & 27th St.
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San Pedro & 23rd
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Los Angeles (Hope St & Jefferson Blvd - University Of Southern California )
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Mlk & Wadsworth Ave.
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Jefferson & San Pedro
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Broadway & Washington
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Avalon & Martin Luther King Jr
Historic South Central Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Historic South Central, Los Angeles sell after 54 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Historic South Central, Los Angeles over the last 12 months is $680,000, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
45,492
Median Age
33
Population Density
28 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$43,525
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$63,019
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
47.3%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
8.2%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.6%
% Population in Labor Force
66.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
14''
Average Winter Low Temperature
48°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
90/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
83/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
76/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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